Reviews

The Black God's Drums by P. Djèlí Clark

macyashby's review

3.0

Interesting alternative history! Creative storytelling, cool characters.

mikaylahubbard's review

5.0

if P. Djélí Clark writes it I will read it!!!!!!!!!!

defenders_iris's review

adventurous hopeful fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

This was an absolute delight! The descriptions were evocative, and the little bits of text that described the world made it seem vibrant and with a deep history, even though we don't see much of it (General Tubman - yes). Each character had a unique voice and I could easily imagine who they were because of it. This was an incredible experience to imagine; if you like to visualize the things you read you will not be disappointed.

Knocking it down from 5 stars because it definitely could have been longer, and I felt like the Goddess subplot was more annoying than interesting. But that's simply a matter of personal preference - this book is great, and I highly recommend giving it a shot.

windstormtale's review

4.0

4.75✰
I LOVED this!!! For being so short this was so captivating!!! And all the characters so lovable I could not put this down!!!!! And even though it kinda disappointed my expectations (I thought it was a heist book) it did not ruin my reading experience. And in the end, I mean, it can kinda be considered a heist, just not the one I expected, so no harm done here. After reading this I’m also curious about african(???? I think it is but I may be wrong) mythology so I’ll definitely pick up another fantasy books that involves it or just read about it! STRONGLY recommend this!!!

maschhoffp's review

adventurous fast-paced

4.0

notanairam's review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.5

shoutman's review against another edition

adventurous challenging mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

onetrooluff's review

4.0

Interesting worldbuilding. I'd read more in this world.

hawkpepperoni's review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

bookish_dragon's review against another edition

adventurous challenging funny mysterious tense fast-paced

4.5

This is a nice short read that borders the line between sci-fi and fantasy. I listened to the audiobook, and I found it a very enjoyable and entertaining read if you’re looking for something short.